Irktule

Irkule is the Morning Mist tree spirit who can normally be seen by only Noriko.

Appearance
Irk has wavy silver hair and violet eyes. his face is kind of feminine.

Personality
Irk is a very kind spirit who's intentions are always for the best. He dislikes violence and cannot go very close to evil. According to a scene in the series, Irk always knows what he's talking about.

History
Long ago a man worte a story of young traveler name Irktule who, when he visited villages, brought happiness to the people. Because the tree reminded the villagers of the traveler they named it after him. Villagers often came to the tree and would talk to it, one woman even showed the tree her grandchild. Somehow the tree developed a spirit and that spirit was Irktule. Irktule watched over the people of the White Mist village for many years.

Noriko
Irktule saw Noriko's powers when she visited the White Mist Forest. He enlists her help to save the tormented souls of the villagers who murdered themselves from growing hatred. Later on his role is expanded as he acts as a guide for Noriko and her friends while on the run.